For the past week I've caught my ball pythons coupling two or three times a day! They have no interest in food, even though they're usually my best eaters. I'm starting to get excited!
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mating frenzy
Jaime77
Mar 14, 2008 11:58 AM
Replies (4)
beclende
Mar 14, 2008 01:21 PM
Congrats! I am very jealous.
Good luck with the season!
-Bryce
mikebell
Mar 14, 2008 02:47 PM
Ball Pythons breed for a long time, 24 hours sometimes more. They are probably just trying. When they actually copulate and are done the male will show no interest for a day or two.
Jaime77
Mar 17, 2008 10:11 AM
Sorry to disagree, but apparently my snakes haven't read the book. I am certain there is actual mating taking place. Often I can see the base of the male's hemepene while they are linked. I would post pictures if I had a camera.
mikebell
Mar 17, 2008 11:03 AM
They might be breeding when you look 2X-3X a day, but it is most certainly not separate breedings that you are witnessing. If you read Barker's book it will explain the process and why it takes so long.
Mike
